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Gratitude can make you happier
Did you know that simply writing down three things you are grateful for everyday can improve your health and wellness? What a simple fix! When we focus on the the things we are grateful for we rewire our brains in a way that allows us to see the positive in any situation. In a world…
Read MoreFocus on women’s health
Why focus on women’s health? Men get sick too. Aren’t we all the same? On many levels yes, but on many others not so much. In addition to the differences between men and women much of the research that has been done over the last 50 years has targeted men in the sample groups or…
Read MoreCan you help?
Hey my Winnipeg Monkeys, I am reaching out on behalf of a friend working with Immigrant families here in Manitoba. We need your help. Here is the email I received: The other thing I wanted to ask is whether your community has anything to donate for a recent immigrant woman with a 13 year old…
Read MoreCosta Rica did not disappoint
Where should I begin? The Happy Monkeys just returned from12 days in Costa Rica engaging in the culture, exploring the incredible biodiversity, learning, giving back and of course taking time to relax, laugh and enjoy the beautiful country. From Volcanoes to sea life, English to Spanish and acting out what couldn’t be communicated in words,…
Read MoreDo you want to get high?
With all the talk about legalizing marijuana here in Canada I have so many questions? I’m not sure where I really stand on it. I”m not really apposed and I’m not really for it. Frankly it really isn’t going to play a role in my life personally so I’m not all that passionate about it.…
Read MoreIt’s time to grow our own mighty oak!
Do you ever wish you could be a part of something bigger that makes a positive change for others? Do you think you really can’t make a difference because you can’t write a big cheque? I am telling you, you can do both by joining us in our goal to engage many to make a…
Read More9 life lessons
I came across this convocation speech this week and decided it would be a great share. I ask you take 6:41 minutes to listen to the following 9 life lessons. You will be entertained, be made to think and hopefully give you a little inspiration to live a happy life.
Read MoreVolunteering is so rewarding
For a year I have been thinking about volunteering some of my time. I hear that regularly from many of my friends and Happy Monkey members, but it seems time marches on and we just talk about it. This fall I decided to take action and walk the walk as well as talk the talk…
Read MoreThank you
Happy Thanksgiving to all my Canadian Monkeys. It’s that time of year when we step back and take time to be thankful for all the incredible blessings we have in our lives. We gather with family and friends (community), we enjoy amazing food together (eat healthy…mostly), we get outdoors and take time to live active,…
Read MoreMonkeys Rock!
The FMG Dragon Boat Festival wrapped up last weekend and the HMC Monkeys showed up and rocked the boats and rocked the fundraising total once again. $40,000 raised in support of Cancer Care Manitoba and the Children’s Hospital. Bravo ladies, you always make me so proud to be the leader of this club. I have…
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